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5.0 out of 5 stars
These men really were heroes... I'm related to one!,
By Thomas Morrisey (Blasdell, NY USA (near Buffalo)) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Tipton's Crew (Paperback)
I read this tale purely from interest in my family history. Eugene Kryzynski, the bombadier, is my great-great uncle. I never knew the story behind his Silver Star until I read this novel. He is a quiet, humble man who speaks little of his experiences in World War II and as a prisoner of war. This novel was inspiring, and an excellent read for anyone interested in World War II.
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One Man's WWII Experiences - Shot Down Twice, Prison Camp,
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This review is from: Tipton's Crew (Paperback)
Vern Burda's account of his B-24 Bomber crew's adventures is a reminder of what the average Joes of the greatest generation went through. Burda, an 18 year old navigator on his B-24, was first shot out of the sky by German fighters, then rescued by Tito's partisans. If that wasn't enough, Burda re-uped for another 20 missions after his tour of duty was over, only to be brought down again over the oil fields of Polesti. This time the crew ended up as POWs, waiting out the end of the war at the famous Stalag 13 of Great Escape fame. There are descriptive accounts of battles, avoiding the Germans with the partisans, and creative and humorous anecdotes from prison camp life. This would be a nice gift for any WWII vet or persons wanting to know what being in the thick of it felt like.
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Tipton's Crew by P. La Ferriere (Paperback - May 1995)
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